Abstract:
Certain configurations of systems which include a removable oral device are described. In some configurations, the system comprises a removable oral device which is coupled in some manner to a separate external component. The removable oral device can be used in combination with various additional external devices and components in weight control, athletic performance, and other applications.
Abstract:
Certain configurations of methods which can be used to produce removable oral devices are described. In some instances, the removable oral devices can be produced using molding, digital scanning, on demand printing and/or other processes. In certain examples, the produced removable oral device can be used in weight management, athletic performance or in other applications.
Abstract:
Certain configurations are described herein which comprise a removable oral device in combination with one or more of a pharmacological agent, a biological agent, a medical device or medical procedure. The combination of the removable oral device and the pharmacological agent, medical device or medical procedure can be used, for example, to treat obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, joint disorders, hyperlipidemia, reduce weight, control weight, reduce blood pressure, increase arterial or venous blood flow or to treat other conditions.
Abstract:
Certain configurations of removable oral devices are described. In some instances, the removable oral device includes a palatal element. In certain configurations, the palatal element may comprise a variable hardness at different areas, e.g., edges can be softer than other areas of the removable oral device. In other instances, the removable oral device may comprise two or more individual palatal elements which together can form the palatal element and permit user adjustment of the oral volume. Various materials used in the palatal element are described. Sensors and other on-board devices are also described.
Abstract:
Certain configurations of systems which include a removable oral device are described. In some configurations, the system comprises a removable oral device which is coupled in some manner to a separate external component. The removable oral device can be used in combination with various additional external devices and components in weight control, athletic performance, and other applications.
Abstract:
Certain configurations of methods which can be used to produce removable oral devices are described. In some instances, the removable oral devices can be produced using molding, digital scanning, on demand printing and/or other processes. In certain examples, the produced removable oral device can be used in weight management, athletic performance or in other applications.
Abstract:
Certain configurations of methods of using removable oral devices are described. In some examples, a removable oral device can be used in weight loss, weight management, athletic performance or in other applications to monitor or alter a user's behavior or monitor one or more physiological conditions. If desired, the removable oral device can be used in combination with a storage case, a mobile device, application software or other components.
Abstract:
An oral appliance constructed with a housing that encloses a recorder and a transceiver. The oral appliance responds to commands received via the transceiver. When so directed, the oral appliance uses one or more sensors alone or in combination to record measurements at periodic intervals. When communicatively coupled to a suitably configured communication device, the oral appliance receives commands that direct the oral appliance to transmit an identifier, the recorded data, or both the identifier and the data. The transmitted data can be used to determine whether the user of the oral appliance has complied with a recommended usage schedule.